Loose ASAT input jack

[The_Nork]

Hey, G&L hivemind!
The 2005 ASAT Z-3 that I recently purchased seems to have a slightly loose input jack-- my cable crackles a little bit if I bump it. I previously had the same issue on my 2000 ASAT Classic and ended up needing to replace the jack. I was wondering if anyone had similar issues with their jacks and if there were any recommendations for tightening the jack (since it seems a bit recessed into the body)? I'm OK with replacing the jack if need be, but I thought I'd see how common this issue was for some of you all. I love my ASATs!

[john o]

hello and welcome.
i had to replace the switchcraft jack on my '89 asat, re: would cut in and out.
never did it at home, but of course, found out at a gig
see http://www.switchcraft.com/productsumma ... Parent=884
and https://www.bassesbyleo.com/jack_replacement.html

[lefty_major]

I have had trouble with them on two ASATs. This was a few years back, though. I had to have them replaced in both cases. Are they doing with Football jacks now?

[Craig]

I have had trouble with them on two ASATs. This was a few years back, though. I had to have them replaced in both cases. Are they doing with Football jacks now?

[WitSok]

I have seen a few compliants about the barrel jack on ASATs. When I ordered my ASAT Classic S I specifically rrquested the "football" plate jack. G&L has now switched to the football plate jack as standard. I personally haven't had a problem with the barrel jacks, though I am pretty regimented in my rotation so they don't have a bunch of cycles on them yet.

Cheers, Dan

[Craig]

I have had trouble with them on two ASATs. This was a few years back, though. I had to have them replaced in both cases. Are they doing with Football jacks now?

My post seems to have been cut off.

Here's the rest:

Yes, the factory changed to the football side jacks beginning in 2012, see: http://www.guitarsbyleo.com/FORUM/viewt ... 571#p45571.

[The_Nork]

Thanks, everyone! This is great info. Glad to know it's not just my bad luck
Looks like I'll switch up the jack to the football type so I don't have to fret about it cutting out on me in the future.